Public backlash to TFWs has impact on farm operations

With big changes to the temporary foreign workers program coming into effect at the start of the month, much attention is being paid to the contentious practice. As the spotlight on the system has grown, so too has confusion regarding the TFWP’s less controversial cousin, the seasonal agricultural w

By Scott Barber

Last updated on May 04, 23

Posted on Apr 24, 15

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Public backlash to TFWs has impact on farm operations

Steve Martin (back row, centre) of Martin’s Family Fruit Farms says the St. Jacobs-based operation relies on the seasonal agricultural worker program, particularly during harvest in September and October. Back row, SAWP participants Victor Sanchez and Anthony Felix; front row, Glen Harris and Kevon Collins were busy Wednesday pruning trees at the orchards on Lobsinger Line in preparation for the growing season. [Scott Barber / The Observer]